After a stellar year of racing, Glenrose Xaba has confirmed that she will return to the Boxer Super Run at Snell Parade, near Blue Lagoon Park, Durban, this coming Sunday, 12 October 2025.<\/p>\n
In 2023, Xaba celebrated the debut of the Boxer Super Run in Durban in style by becoming the fastest South African woman (at that time) to complete a 5km run on home soil, clocking an astonishing 16:03. She missed the event in 2024 as she was preparing for her marathon debut, going on to shatter the National and Sanlam Cape Town Marathon records in October 2024 with an impressive time of 2 hours, 22 minutes, and 22 seconds.<\/p>\n
When asked what attracts her to the Boxer Super Run, \u201cSupercharger,\u201d as she is affectionately known, replied that it\u2019s the vibe on race day as well as the organisation.<\/p>\n
\u201cI missed out on the 2024 race because I was training for my marathon debut and aiming for the SA record, which God blessed me with,\u201d says a very happy Xaba. \u201cThis year at the Boxer Super Run in Durban, I just want to enjoy myself and see what my legs can do. The 5km distance is special because it\u2019s all about speed from the first kilometre to the finish. I look forward to running against training partners like Karabo More.\u201d<\/p>\n
Karabo Motsoeneng will make her Durban debut in 2025.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Boxer Super Run is a great opportunity for people to have fun while showcasing their talents,\u201d says Motsoeneng. \u201cThe 5km distance is short but fast. My goal is to run a PB on the day. I\u2019m looking forward to seeing the elite runners break records and set new PBs.\u201d<\/p>\n
Carina Swiegers had such a great time at the 2024 event that she is returning in 2025.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Boxer Super Run is just a quick and fun day out for family and friends,\u201d says Swiegers. \u201cIt\u2019s something different from the usual 10km or 21.1km road races, and the vibe and organisation are top class. I absolutely love it. It\u2019s just long enough but also short enough to run really fast. I look forward to enjoying the route and the support along the way and at the finish.\u201d<\/p>\n
Commenting on the exciting lineup, Lee-Ann Pillay, Head of Marketing at Boxer Superstores, said: \u201cWe are absolutely thrilled to welcome Glenrose Xaba back to the Boxer Super Run in Durban after she had to miss last year due to her outstanding marathon debut. It\u2019s also fantastic to have Karabo Motsoeneng and Carina Swiegers joining the field. We wish all three the very best of luck and can\u2019t wait to witness world-class racing on the day \u2013 it\u2019s set to be an exciting event for everyone!\u201d<\/p>\n
EVENT INFORMATION: 2025 Boxer Super Run Durban<\/p>\n
Launched in 2023 in a partnership between Stillwater Sports, Boxer Superstores and Coca-Cola, the Boxer Super Run is a world class 5km road run. With 5km being the most popular distance globally, the event attracts a diverse range of participants, from seasoned athletes seeking to challenge their limits to newcomers venturing into the world of road running.<\/p>\n
Date: Sunday 12 October 2025
\nDistance: 5km
\nStart Venue: Snell Parade, near Blue Lagoon Park, Durban
\nFinish Venue: Blue Lagoon Park, Durban
\nEvent Waves & Start Times:
\n\u2022 07:00 \/ OPEN WAVE (Anyone and everyone, club runners, serious runners, schools, runners who prefer an early start, masses)
\n\u2022 08:00 \u2013 09:30 \/ SUPER SOCIAL WAVE (Dress up, groups, company groups, charities, runners who prefer a slightly later start)
\n\u2022 09:45 \/ ELITE WOMEN
\n\u2022 10:00 \/ ELITE MEN
\nMinimum Age of Entrant: 9 years old
\nEntry Status: CLOSED due to capacity being reached
\nEntry Includes:
\n\u2022 Boxer Super Run Event Performance T-shirt
\n\u2022 Boxer Super Run Goodie Bag
\n\u2022 Race Number \/ Timing Chip
\n\u2022 Fantastic On Route Experience
\n\u2022 Boxer Super Run Finisher\u2019s Medal<\/p>\n
PRIZE PURSE: The Boxer Super Run Durban boasts an impressive R147 200 prize purse in 2025. This prize purse will be shared across both the Elite Race and the Open Wave. In the Elite Race, the top eight men and women will earn prize money, with the winners each claiming a well-deserved R20 000. In the Open Wave, the top three men and women in the Junior, Open, 40\u201349, 50\u201359, 60\u201369, and 70+ categories will also be recognised and rewarded for their performances.<\/p>\n
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